Critical Care Cardiology

Fülszöveg

Multiple Trauma
Editor: R.J. Wilder, Oklahoma City, Okla.
XII + 288 p., 86 fig., 15 tab., hard cover, 1984. ISBN 3-8055-3823-5
Critical Car» Internal Medicine
Editor: D.R. McCaffree, Oklahoma City, Okla.
VIII + 352 p., 15 fig., 54 tab., hard cover, 1985. ISBN 3-8055-3900-2
Critical Care Cardiology
Editor: J.L. Anderson, Salt Lake City, Utah
VIII + 260 p., 25 fig., 4 cpl. and 27 tab., hard cover, 1988. ISBN 3-8055-4734-X
This compact, yet comprehensive volume on critical care cardiology comes at a time when new techniques of pharmacologic, mechanical and surgical intervention have become available. The whole spectrum of these innovative approaches, from antiarrythmic therapy to thrombolysis and balloon angioplasty is covered, emphasizing not only diagnosis and treatment but also the underlying pathophysiology. Special chapters deal with indications, procedural methodology and possible complications of these recently introduced mechanical and pharmacological interventions.... Tovább

Fülszöveg

Multiple Trauma
Editor: R.J. Wilder, Oklahoma City, Okla.
XII + 288 p., 86 fig., 15 tab., hard cover, 1984. ISBN 3-8055-3823-5
Critical Car» Internal Medicine
Editor: D.R. McCaffree, Oklahoma City, Okla.
VIII + 352 p., 15 fig., 54 tab., hard cover, 1985. ISBN 3-8055-3900-2
Critical Care Cardiology
Editor: J.L. Anderson, Salt Lake City, Utah
VIII + 260 p., 25 fig., 4 cpl. and 27 tab., hard cover, 1988. ISBN 3-8055-4734-X
This compact, yet comprehensive volume on critical care cardiology comes at a time when new techniques of pharmacologic, mechanical and surgical intervention have become available. The whole spectrum of these innovative approaches, from antiarrythmic therapy to thrombolysis and balloon angioplasty is covered, emphasizing not only diagnosis and treatment but also the underlying pathophysiology. Special chapters deal with indications, procedural methodology and possible complications of these recently introduced mechanical and pharmacological interventions. In addition, the newest developments in cardiac imaging and laser angioplasty are presented along with a thorough review of established and proven procedures.
Following a brief introduction outlining the evolution of heart disease treatment, the second review demonstrates how an understanding of the pathogenesis of coronary syndromes has important therapeutic implications; the emerging role of atherosclerotic plaque rupture and coronary thrombosis in pathogenesis are emphasized. Further chapters present an up-to-date review of reperfusion therapy, citing the results of ongoing tests using both pharmacologic and mechanical interventions. Surgical correction of mechanical problems is also considered. For congestive heart failure, a subsequent paper examines the efficacy of vasodilators, inotropes and suggests cardiac transplantation as a viable option. The final chapters review the current status and future potential of non-invasive cardiac imaging and of laser angioplasty.
Featuring articles by leading experts in the field, and emphasizing practical decision-making in difficult clinical situations, this well-referenced monograph will provide a sound basis for all practitioners involved in the advancement of critical care cardiology. It will also prove useful to clinicians, nurses and health professionals from other fields who wish to stay informed on the latest techniques. Vissza